Frankfort, KY → Memphis, TN · Regional long-distance move

Movers from Frankfort to Memphis

About 418 road miles heading southwest. Typical two-bedroom cost $2,890–$4,290, delivery in 1–3 days, 50 carriers on the Frankfort side and 534 in Memphis.

418 miroad distance
7 h 54 mindriving time
1–3 daysdelivery window
$2,890–$4,2902-bedroom estimate

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Route summary

From: Frankfort, Kentucky
To: Memphis, Tennessee
Road distance: ≈ 418 miles (354 straight-line)
Drive time: 7 h 54 min
Delivery window: 1–3 days
Move type: Interstate – FMCSA authority required
Movers at origin: 50 (22 interstate)
Movers at destination: 534 (397 interstate)

Reverse: Memphis → Frankfort

Moving from Frankfort to Memphis is a regional long-distance move of roughly 418 road miles, heading southwest from Kentucky to Tennessee.

At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $2,890 to $4,290 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 7 h 54 min.

On the Frankfort side there are 50 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (22 of them authorized for interstate work), and 534 around Memphis (397 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Memphis.

Frankfort has a population of about 29,000 and Memphis about 609,647. The two cities have comparable density (1,936 and 2,132 people per square mile), so loading and unloading conditions are usually similar at both ends. Tennessee levies no state income tax on wages, a frequent reason people make this exact move.

Cost of moving from Frankfort to Memphis

Full-service estimate for 418 miles, by home size
Home size	Est. weight	Low	Typical	High
Studio	2,000 lb	$1,150	$1,410	$1,720
1 Bedroom	3,000 lb	$1,730	$2,110	$2,580
2 Bedrooms	5,000 lb	$2,890	$3,520	$4,290
3 Bedrooms	8,000 lb	$4,620	$5,630	$6,870
4+ Bedrooms	11,000 lb	$6,350	$7,740	$9,450

Rental truck (DIY)

$580–$820

One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.

Portable container

$1,390–$2,050

Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.

Full-service mover

$2,890–$4,290

Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.

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Moving companies for this route

Near Frankfort (origin)

Interstate Express INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1892639
MC: 731059
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 16 trucks, 18 drivers
USDOT registered: 2009

Call (888) 366-3401 Route Verify on FMCSA

Carmickle Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 724673
MC: 331986
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 3 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (859) 873-9570 Route Verify on FMCSA

L & L Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3892955
MC: 1431818
Based in: Stamping Grand, KY 40379 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 2 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (859) 536-3784 Route Verify on FMCSA

Eagle Transport 1 LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3048608
MC: 48647
Based in: Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 (14 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 3 drivers
USDOT registered: 2017

Call (605) 929-5073 Route Verify on FMCSA

Primeway LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2867908
MC: 961069
Based in: Versailles, KY 40383 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 2 trucks, 4 drivers
USDOT registered: 2016

Call (859) 208-0717 Route Verify on FMCSA

R&ck Enterprises LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 3976848
MC: 1487757
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Local moves
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2022

Call (502) 320-6093 Route Verify on FMCSA

Tws Transport LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4156387
MC: 1596530
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2023

Call (859) 242-6881 Route Verify on FMCSA

Syga Transport Company LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4337559
MC: 1694350
Based in: Frankfort, KY 40601 (3 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 1 truck, 1 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (786) 918-7215 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 50 movers in Frankfort

Near Memphis (destination)

Jit-Ex

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

Legal name: Jit - Ex LLC

USDOT: 974027
MC: 415618
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 277 trucks, 340 drivers
USDOT registered: 2001

Call (901) 367-7405 Route Verify on FMCSA

Empire Express INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 253615
MC: 179963
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 140 trucks, 116 drivers
USDOT registered: 1984

Call (901) 942-3300 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cooper Air Freight Service INC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 182466
MC: 148364
Based in: Memphis, TN 38106 (4 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 77 trucks, 77 drivers
USDOT registered: 1974

Call (901) 775-5007 Route Verify on FMCSA

Cn Transportation Limited

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 1627098
MC: 600399
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 65 trucks, 65 drivers
USDOT registered: 2007

Call (901) 482-6680 Route Verify on FMCSA

Graham Trucking LLC

Licensed interstate Safety: Satisfactory

USDOT: 744970
MC: 382262
Based in: Nesbit, MS 38651 (15 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 46 trucks, 28 drivers
USDOT registered: 1998

Call (662) 449-8367 Route Verify on FMCSA

Dynavia Logistics INC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 4241252
MC: 1642490
Based in: Memphis, TN 38109 (12 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 31 trucks, 8 drivers
USDOT registered: 2024

Call (833) 374-3629 Route Verify on FMCSA

Nale Logistics & Expedite LLC

Licensed interstate

USDOT: 2286796
MC: 781041
Based in: Memphis, TN 38118 (6 mi from center)
Service: Local & long-distance
Fleet: 29 trucks, 29 drivers
USDOT registered: 2012

Route Verify on FMCSA

Mid South Food Bank

Interstate carrier

USDOT: 505050
Based in: Memphis, TN 38116 (6 mi from center)
Service: Long-distance
Fleet: 27 trucks, 11 drivers
USDOT registered: 1992

Call (901) 373-0437 Route Verify on FMCSA

All 534 movers in Memphis

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to move from Frankfort to Memphis?

Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,150 to $1,720 for a studio, $1,730 to $2,580 for a one-bedroom, $2,890 to $4,290 for a two-bedroom, $4,620 to $6,870 for a three-bedroom and $6,350 to $9,450 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.

How far is Memphis from Frankfort?

About 418 road miles (354 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 7 h 54 min.

How long will the movers take to deliver?

Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.

Does my mover need interstate authority for this move?

Yes. Crossing from Kentucky into Tennessee makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.

Is it cheaper to rent a truck or use a container for Frankfort to Memphis?

A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $580 to $820 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,390 to $2,050. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.

When is the least expensive time to book this move?

Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Frankfort–Memphis corridor.